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Working In The Weeds

UF/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants

Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants. This podcast will connect scientists with stakeholders, clarify issues surrounding invasive plants, and highlight the research being conducted at the Center.

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00:31:08

Talking with Travis: A Conservation Influencer

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/10/04

Travis Thompson is a sportsman, hunting guide, podcast host, and advocate turned influencer in the world of Florida conservation. In this episode, we talk with Travis about how his perspective has grown when it comes to invasive plants, what it means to be an authentic advocate, and how he got started with his three brands: All Florida, Cast and Blast, and Duck Ranchin'. Listen to learn more about his mission and how you can get involved in the conservation conversation! Helpful Resources All

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00:27:06

Where did the all of the hydrilla go? | Lake Istokpoga

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/09/20

In this episode, Dr. Ferrell and Christine talk about a study conducted in 2019 on Lake Istokpoga located in Highlands County, Florida. In this study, UF/IFAS LAKEWATCH and CAIP researchers collaborated with concerned lake users on a project that examined the possible cause for reduced hydrilla growth in the lake. Listen to this episode to hear what the scientists and citizens found out! Helpful Resources The Lake Istokpoga research paper UF/IFAS CAIP Blog on the study About Lake Istokpoga Hydrilla

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00:35:24

UGA Bugwood: Invasives on Apps

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/09/06

This week, we highlight the UGA Bugwood Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health with the Director of the program, Chuck Bargeron. In this episode, he shares why UGA Bugwood was started, the benefit of citizen science, and the future of invasive species data collection on apps! Additional Resources UGA Bugwood Website EDDMapS I'veGot1 App — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠⁠. This series connects scientists

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00:35:00

Does More Grass Equal More Bass? A Conversation with...

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/08/23

Did you know that Florida is the bass fishing capital of the world? We sit down with B.A.S.S. Conservation Director, Gene Gilliland, to talk about bass fishing, lake conservation, and ask the question "does more grass equal more bass?" Listen to this week's episode to learn about B.A.S.S., Gene, and the answer to this question! Helpful Resources B.A.S.S. Conservation News Gene Gilliland The Bass Fishing Hall of Fame — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠University of

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00:30:44

Can we breed out invasiveness? A look at Lantana...

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/08/09

In this episode, Dr. Jay Ferrell and Christine Krebs learn about the latest in lantana sterilization research with doctoral student, Brooks Parrish. Listen to learn about what makes Lantana, a beloved garden plant, invasive and get a glimpse into plant breeding research. Helpful Resources UF/IFAS Gardening Info https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/ornamentals/lantana.html Plant Profile https://plants.ifas.ufl.edu/plant-directory/lantana-camara/ UF Sterile Cultivars

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00:32:20

Game On! - Working In The Weeds Trivia #3 (APMS Edition)

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/07/26

Center director Dr. Jay Ferrell hosts a special trivia game episode with Aquatic Plant Management Society (APMS) board members! Trivia categories include plant facts, boating facts, APMS facts, and a mystery question. — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and discuss issues surrounding aquatic and invasive plants, while also highlighting the research being conducted

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00:35:50

Florida LAKEWATCH: Successful Citizen Science

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/07/12

We sit down with Florida LAKEWATCH Directors Mark Hoyer and Dr. Gretchen Lescord to talk about the past, present, and future of Florida LAKEWATCH. Since 1986, this program has engaged citizens with science related to the management of Florida lakes, estuaries, rivers, and springs through monthly data collection. Listen to our conversation to learn about LAKEWATCH! Helpful Resources Florida LAKEWATCH Website — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics

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00:34:09

Lake Personalities: Lake Tohopekaliga

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/06/28

On this week's episode, we talk with FWC Biologist, Ed Harris, about the unique characteristics of Lake Toho and its neighboring waterbody, East Lake Toho. Listen to this episode to learn about their ecology, user groups, and recent management efforts. Helpful Resources Working in the Weeds Lakes and Landscapes Episode FWC What's Happening On My Lake Website — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠. This series connects

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00:28:58

Spuds and Science: How the Air Potato Patrol Program...

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/06/14

This week we sit down with Dr. Emily Kraus to talk about the Air Potato Patrol citizen science program coordinated by UF/IFAS and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Dr. Kraus shares how the program empowered citizens to identify the air potato vine in their landscape, common look-alike plants, and the air potato leaf beetle. Helpful Resources Air Potato Patrol Website Air Potato Patrol Blog (By Dr. Lester) Air Potato Vine Control Information (FDACS) Air Potato Vine Plant

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00:31:34

Can endangered and invasive species co-exist? Water...

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/05/31

In this episode we talk about what it's like to manage invasive plants while protecting endangered species that share the same ecosystem. We are joined by Jon Lane from the US Army Corps of Engineers and he shares his experience with managing water hyacinth while protecting Snail Kite populations nearby. — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and discuss issues

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00:32:06

Transparency through Technology: FWC looks to the future

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/05/17

This week we are joined by Alex Dew, the administrator for the FWC Aquatic Plant Management Program. In this episode, we get to know Alex, learn a little bit about the Aquatic Plant Management Program, and hear some exciting updates from their organization when it comes to harnessing technology to increase transparency. — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and

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00:36:02

Pesticide Safety in the Field (Where are we now?...

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/05/03

In this week's episode, we discuss what pesticide training, registration, and regulation looks like today. Helpful Resources Pesticide Information Office Dr. Brett Bultemeier's Blog Featured Blog: Pesticide Exposure: What are the Routes of Exposure? Information Guide: How Are Herbicides Registered For Use? — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify

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00:38:15

Book Club: Silent Spring | A Book That Brought Change

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/04/19

Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and discuss issues surrounding aquatic and invasive plants, while also highlighting the research being conducted at the Center. Do you have topics or questions you would like us to discuss on this podcast? Email us at ⁠⁠caip@ifas.ufl.edu⁠⁠. For more information and resources, visit our ⁠⁠website⁠⁠. Follow UF/IFAS CAIP

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00:26:35

Game On! – Working In The Weeds Trivia #2 (Graduate...

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/04/05

Center director Jay Ferrell hosts a special trivia game episode with our graduate students! Trivia questions include info from all of our past episodes and an additional mystery topic. — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the ⁠University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants⁠. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and discuss issues surrounding aquatic and invasive plants, while also highlighting the research being conducted at the Center. Do you have

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00:36:21

Cattail Deep Dive (Native But Nuisance)

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2023/03/22

Featured Resources Invasive Species Terminology - Iannone, B. V., Carnevale, S., Main, M. B., Hill, J. E., McConnell, J. B., Johnson, S. A., Enloe, S. F., Andreu, M., Bell, E. C., Cuda, J. P., & Baker, S. M. (2020). Invasive Species Terminology: Standardizing for Stakeholder Education. The Journal of Extension, 58(3), Article 27. https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/joe/vol58/iss3/27 Bansal, S., S.C. Lishawa, S. Newman, B.A. Tangen, D. Wilcox, D. Albert, M.J. Anteau, M.J. Chimney, R.L. Cressey, E

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00:28:52

Alligatorweed Deep Dive (Alligatorweed Flea Beetle –...

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/03/08

This week, we are joined by Chelsea Bohaty from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to chat about alligatorweed (Alternanthera philoxeroides). As a part of her position with USACE, Chelsea leads the alligatorweed flea beetle program. Listen to this episode more about this Florida invasive plant management success story and these hard-working beetles! Helpful Resources Alligatorweed Plant Identification Video Blog: All About Alligatorweed History, Biology, and Management of Alligatorweed by Taylor

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00:20:55

Water Lettuce Deep Dive (Native or Invasive? Does It...

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/02/22

In this episode, Dr. Ferrell and Christine take a look at water lettuce (Pistia stratiotes), a troublesome plant found throughout Florida and other areas of the world. But we all have one big question: "Is water lettuce native or invasive?" We'll talk about this and more! More On Water Lettuce Water lettuce, Pista stratiotes: Manage it, or let nature take its course? Water lettuce, Pista stratiotes: Native…Invasive…Or does it really matter? Referenced Book Bartram, W. &

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00:32:54

Hydrilla Deep Dive – Part 2 (The Intersection Where...

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/02/08

In this episode, we are joined by FWC Fish and Wildlife Research Institute Section Leader Jason Dotson. As a lifelong angler, Dotson grew up fishing the Potomac River and found a love for water systems and the life within them. After studying at Virginia Tech, he moved to Florida to get his master's degree in fisheries science (and it didn't hurt that Florida is also the Bass Fishing Capital of the World). Now, as FWC FWRI Section Leader, Dotson works to research everything from ecosystem

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00:45:04

Hydrilla Deep Dive – Part 1 (Plant Structure,...

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/01/25

This week, Dr. Ferrell and Christine discuss all things hydrilla (Hydrilla verticillata). Featured Resources Hydrilla verticillata Plant Profile (UF/IFAS CAIP Plant Directory) A Moment of Clarity: Does Clear Water Mean Healthy Water? (By Dr. Candice Prince via UF/IFAS Blogs) — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by the University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatics and Invasive Plants. This series connects scientists with stakeholders to clarify and discuss issues surrounding aquatic and invasive

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00:42:59

Water Hyacinth Deep Dive (Plant Physiology, Growth...

Working In The Weeds ·

2023/01/11

In this episode, we're diving deep into all things water hyacinth! Dr. Ferrell and Christine are joined by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Research Biologist Dr. Ben Sperry as they break down this plant's physiology, growth habits, reproduction functions, previous research, and more. To learn more about water hyacinth, visit our website's Plant Directory. Featured Resources: How women are turning one of the world's worst invasive plants into handbags and rugs — Working In The Weeds is a podcast by

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